December weather forecast
Papineau, IL

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Papineau, Illinois, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.1°F (-3.3°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from a chilly 47.7°F (8.7°C) in November to an icy 36.5°F (2.5°C). Papineau, in December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January, February and December Rain falls for 6.8 days and accumulates 1.06" (27mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Papineau, Illinois, in December, during 7.7 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Papineau, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.3 days and aggregates up to 9.37" (238mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Papineau is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Papineau, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:32 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Papineau is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Papineau?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Papineau, is 36.5°F (2.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Papineau?

In Papineau, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the driest month in Papineau?

January, February and December are months with the least rain in Papineau, Illinois, when the rain falls for 6.8 days and typically aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December in Papineau?

In Papineau, in December, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Papineau in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.7 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Papineau?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Papineau, Illinois.

How many hours of daylight does Papineau have in December?

The average day length in December in Papineau is 9h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Papineau?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, in Papineau, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:32 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Papineau have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Papineau is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Papineau?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Papineau?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Papineau, IL

Average temperature in December - Papineau, IL
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Papineau, IL

Average pressure in December - Papineau, IL
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Papineau, IL

Average wind speed in December - Papineau, IL
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Papineau, IL

Average humidity in December - Papineau, IL
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Papineau, IL

Average rainfall in December - Papineau, IL
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Papineau, IL

Average rainfall days in December - Papineau, IL
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Papineau, IL

Average snowfall in December - Papineau, IL
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Papineau, IL

Average snowfall days in December - Papineau, IL
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Papineau, IL

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Papineau, IL
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Papineau, IL

Average sunshine days in December - Papineau, IL
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Papineau, IL

Average UV index in December - Papineau, IL
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Papineau, IL

Average cloud cover in December - Papineau, IL
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Papineau, IL

Average visibility in December - Papineau, IL
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (5mi).

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